Iran Airlines

Iran Airlines is an airline that provides air transportation services, primarily moving passengers and cargo between destinations within Iran and to international locations. Its core operations include flight scheduling, ticket sales, customer support, and aircraft maintenance to ensure safe and reliable travel. By offering these services, the airline supports domestic mobility and connects Iran with global markets. The company’s activities contribute to the country’s aviation infrastructure and facilitate economic exchange through the movement of people and goods. As a carrier headquartered in Iran, it functions within the national airspace and adheres to relevant civil aviation regulations.

Iran Airlines is identified as a regime‑aligned company, reflecting its close association with the Iranian government. This alignment became evident during the December 2022 cyber incident when pro‑Ukraine hacktivist groups launched distributed denial‑of‑service attacks against its online services in retaliation for Iran’s provision of drones to Russia. The attacks disrupted the airline’s digital platforms, causing service interruptions and prompting threats of further cyber actions against its infrastructure. Iranian officials stated they had repelled some attacks on related financial and communications systems, though they did not confirm specific outcomes for Iran Airlines. These events highlight the airline’s exposure to politically motivated cyber threats due to its perceived ties to the state.